Southernism of the Week: “An empty wagon makes a lot of noise.” It means people who know nothing often talk the most. But try saying it and looking mysterious!
Find the Felony Melanie: Sweet Home Alabama romantic comedy novels at all retailers. If you haven’t yet collected your free copy of Felony Melanie Destroys the Moonshiner’s Cabin, get it here.
Did you know there is a Southern Food and Beverage Museum? It’s dedicated to “the discovery, understanding and celebration of food, drink and its related culture and folklife in America and the world.” The website doesn’t seem to have recipes, but you can sign up for a newsletter with them.
Doug started the new fall term teaching at LMU, which has just become the #5 ranked film school. He won't try to claim all the credit, but, you know ...) He's also teaching at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena.
Kris has several speaking engagements this autumn, mainly for children's book writers conferences (she writes for kids as Chris Eboch).
Kris’s voice-recognition mistake of the day: “I have on my calendar to get used up several days ahead.” Actually, with summer heat and allergies, I’m feeling fairly used up as it is. No need for a reminder. (I meant “get you that.”)
Bear Bear the ferret is going to take a little nap, but he's ready the moment anyone decides it's time for some fish oil.
Find More New Authors and Books
Zoe Calloway And The Temporal Tides, by Axl Blaze: "In the year 2075, a team of scientists, led by the brilliant geneticist Dr. Zoe Calloway, embarks on a covert mission to investigate an unauthorized time jump and discovers a path that could alter the destiny of the human race. The TGRI team uncovers the existence of Project Perseus, a clandestine operation creating genetically engineered children with extraordinary abilities. Will Zoe and her team be able to prevent a dystopian future from becoming a reality?" Readers call this gripping.
Magnolia Lake, by Emily Paige Skeen: "Cora Stephens has it all – until one fateful afternoon when she finds her perfect boyfriend in the arms of another girl. Cora turns to long-time friend Landon for comfort, but he’s looking for more than she can give him. Meanwhile, someone doesn’t want to see her live happily ever after, and Cora is thrown into a nightmare. She soon discovers there’s more to life than high school romances, parties, and prom. Like surviving." Readers call this young adult romantic drama charming heartwarming.
To the Jerk in 4C, by Kristin MacQueen: "It started with a noisy neighbor and an angry note. Then I got one back and began an exciting, heated letter exchange. I can say anything I want to him because we’ll never meet. I can’t help daydreaming about what he looks like, until the man of my dreams walks into my life, and I'm taken on a wild ride I never expected." Readers praise this rom-com's characters, who are "witty, charming and fiercely loyal."
The Billionaire Boss' Secret Agenda, by Elly Quinn: "James Traildon is an enigmatic CEO with a mysterious past. My plan was justice, but can I stay true to my mission when every touch from the man I thought was a killer sets my soul ablaze? I'm torn between vengeance and his seductive pull. Will I hold on to my quest for justice, or will the sizzling passion between us consume everything in its path, leaving us in the ashes of our desires?" Readers praise the twisty plot.
Inquisitive - Mysterious: Find novels that are exciting, thrilling, and mysterious! Check out psychological thrillers, cozy mysteries, suspense, paranormal, time travel comedy and ghost stories. You might find your next five-star read. I see lots of dogs on these covers too!
Sweet September Romance Giveaway: Get great romance stories FREE with newsletter signups (unsubscribe any time). Try some new contemporary romance authors.
Bonus Bear Bear: Isn't he a cutie?
Thanks for reading, - You’re receiving this because you chose to sign up for our newsletter. If you want to unsubscribe, no problem – that link is below. If you only want New Release Alerts, you can follow Doug on Amazon and/or follow Kris on Amazon or BookBub.
Get the free preview chapters of Doug’s Totally Rad Wormhole here. You can also check out Kris’s freebies here! They include a free Accidental Detective mystery story, a cat café sweet romance novel, and the “Recipes from the Cat Café” brochure.